Personal Property Appraiser

Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:

12/02/25

Division:

Assessor Division

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefit Eligibility:

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

The Personal Property Appraiser performs technical work in appraising and auditing business personal property, commercial and industrial personal property for tax purposes in the Personal Property Appraisal Division of the Assessor's Office. Duties include: Audit and inspect business personal property; Estimate value of such property, evaluating the appropriateness of information filed by taxpayers; Process declaration forms; Respond appropriately to customer inquiries and complaints; Provide information to businesses concerning the assessment process; Process appeals and abatements; Testify in hearings as needed. 

  

SCHEDULE:

Schedule for this role is four 10-hour days in-office (M-Th) with the potential for limited remote work after probationary period has been completed.

COMPENSATION:

Hiring Range: $27.00 – $32.72 USD Hourly 

Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.

BENEFITS:

Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, remote work options and more.  For more information, click here for our Total Rewards summary.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The Personal Property Appraiser is responsible for:

• Field investigating, auditing, and inspecting business personal property records and assets.  
• Estimating the value of business personal property and evaluating the accuracy of information submitted by taxpayers.
• Canvasses assigned geographical areas to identify and inspect new businesses and construction documenting business closures, ownership changes and relocations.
• Responds to public inquiries and complaints.  Provides information to businesses regarding assessments, appeals, and abatement processes. 
•  Processing annual declaration schedules, including accurate asset coding, preparation of pivot tables, accurate data entry, and overall account management. 
•  Responding to taxpayer appeals by preparing written responses, performing data entry, and compiling supporting documents, exhibits, and reports for hearings when necessary.
• Reviews permit information to identify taxable asset additions and documenting accounts for further review.
• Possessing strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with experience handling taxpayer inquiries, negotiations, and conflict resolution.
• Collaborating as a team member by sharing knowledge and information with colleagues and managers and assists in training team members as needed.
• Adhering to Colorado statutes, Division of Property Taxation guidelines and department policies.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities that lead to success in this role include:  

• Understanding of appraisal process, including fieldwork, estimation, data management, and research. 
• Ability to be self-guided when seeking information. 
• High level of organization and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate technical processes to a variety of audiences. 
• Demonstrates the ability to manage and resolve conflicts effectively. 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a detail-oriented environment.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to review and interpret financial documents and asset listings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1 year of work related experience in general appraisal , personal property appraisal , and/or accounting experience to include proficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to create and analyze pivot tables and use look up functions, or similar business experience.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant statutes, regulations, and appraisal methodologies.
• Note an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Associates degree or higher in accounting, business administration, finance or similar field.
• 3 or more years of accounting or general appraisal experience. 
•  Knowledge of Colorado property tax statutes, assessment procedures, and appraisal standards. Proficient working with Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams. 

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION:

Accommodations Statement: We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact careertalent@jeffco.us. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates. 

• Criminal History and MVR Background Checks are required for every position. 
• A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer. 
• Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
• Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday.
• In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

APPLICATION:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities

A resume and cover letter submitted with your application is encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal.   

For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs

Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us

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Budget & Financial Services